Dates revealed for 2017 HSBC Sydney 7s carnival
The Australian Rugby Union and the NSW Government today confirmed that the 2017 HSBC Sydney 7s will take place between 4-5 February at Allianz Stadium.
In February, over 73,000 supporters watched a day like no other on the Australian sporting calendar. Fans saw some of the world’s greatest athletes take to the field while enjoying a unique atmosphere that saw the fans of 16 nations united in one stadium. New Zealand took the honours at the inaugural event after edging hosts Australia (27-24) in a thrilling Cup Final.
With tickets set to go on general sale in October, fans are encouraged to sign up to keep up-to-date with all the latest ticket information for the HSBC Sydney 7s via the official tournament website – www.sydney7s.com.au.
NSW Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events and Minister for Sport, Stuart Ayres said the 2017 event will build on the incredible success of this year’s tournament.
“The inaugural Sydney 7s was a huge success, attracting sports fans from around the world to the Harbour City for a festival of fast, running rugby. The atmosphere in the ground was incredible and I encourage everyone to get to Sydney on 4-5 February to experience the colour and action of rugby sevens,” Mr Ayres said.
“The Sydney 7s has been secured for the State by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW. This year’s event provided a huge boost to the local visitor economy, attracting more than 17,000 domestic and international overnight visitors to NSW, with a total visitor spend of over $10 million.”
Sydney will host a leg of the 2016-17 HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series alongside a host of iconic cities across the globe including Hong Kong, Dubai, London, Cape Town and Las Vegas.
Global Head of HSBC Sponsorship and Events, Giles Morgan said “As worldwide sponsor of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, it is with great pride that we have seen the series grow from strength and we are thrilled by the enormous success of the inaugural Sydney7s event both on and off the field.”
Australian Rugby Union CEO Bill Pulver said: “The 2016 HSBC Sydney 7s showcased everything that is great about the game. Not only did we see some stunning rugby, but we also saw fans from different cultures having a weekend to remember. There was plenty of entertainment for the adults and a great family vibe to the event as well.
“It highlighted that the game has never been in a healthier shape globally. By the time February rolls around, fans will be watching current Olympians take to the field, elite athletes at the peak of their powers.”
Tickets for the 2016 HSBC Sydney 7s sold out nine days before the big kick-off and Pulver added: “We’d strongly encourage fans wishing to get to the event next February to snap up tickets as early as possible to avoid disappointment.”
In March 2015, it was announced that the Australian leg of the HSBC World Sevens Series would be hosted in Sydney for four years having been secured by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW.
In the coming months, the Australian Rugby Union will be announcing a program of activity to entice locals, intra-state and inter-state fans to the event in Sydney while also opening up ideas for the theme of the 2017 HSBC Sydney 7s to the public via www.sydney7s.com.au.
“Allianz Stadium is undoubtedly the home of rugby in NSW – when the Wallabies take on England on June 25, it will be the third rugby union sellout crowd at Moore Park this year alone after two sold out days of the Sydney 7s,” said Jamie Barkley, Chief Executive of the Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust.
The Australian Rugby Union also confirmed that, in partnership with the NSW Government, it has formally submitted a tender to host a leg of the HSBC Women’s Sevens World Series for three years, commencing 2016-17 season.
2016-17 HSBC Sevens World Series dates:
Round 1: Dubai, UAE – 2-3 December 2016
Round 2: Cape Town, South Africa – 10-11 December 2016
Round 3: Wellington, New Zealand – 28-29 January 2017
Round 4: Sydney, Australia – 4-5 February 2017
Round 5: Las Vegas, USA – 3-5 March 2017
Round 6: Vancouver, Canada – 11-12 March 2017
Round 7: Hong Kong – 8-9 April 2017
Round 8: Singapore – 15-16 April 2017
Round 9: Paris, France – 13-14 May 2017
Round 10: London, England – 20-21 May 2017
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